Lot 283
  • 283

A FINE CHIPPENDALE FIGURED MAHOGANY BLOCKED-END SERPENTINE-FRONT CHEST OF DRAWERS, Boston, Massachusetts, Circa 1770

Estimate
20,000 - 50,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • mahogany
  • Height 31 1/2 in. by Width 38 in. by Depth 19 3/4 in.; Width of case 34 in.
Appears to retain original brasses.

Condition

Appears to retain original brasses; secondary wood is white pine; appears to retain a number of original glue blocks to feet; old cracks to proper left front side foot facing and to proper right side foot facing; appears to retain its original back boards.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.